Live ham radio satellite QSOs, gear reviews, and roving adventures from Grid FM05gi in North Carolina.
I'm WA1JAY, an Amateur Extra Class operator with a passion for making contacts via satellite. I first got licensed as a Novice in 1997 and have been active on and off ever since. While I enjoy operating across many bands and modes, satellite communication is where I feel most at home.
Most of my videos feature real-time QSOs using FM and SSB satellites, along with occasional tutorials and gear reviews to help fellow hams get on the birds. I also document my portable operations and roving trips — including activations from Paradise Island in the Bahamas (Grid FL14), where I’ve been operating since 2000 using HF QRP and satellites.
Whether you're a seasoned operator or just curious about working satellites, I hope you find something here that inspires your next contact!
WA1JAY - Ham Radio Satellite
My digirig finally arrived. Have you ever used one?And how do you like it?
2 weeks ago | [YT] | 1
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WA1JAY - Ham Radio Satellite
🚀 How well did you listen to Astronaut Jack Hathaway?
My latest video captured a live contact with the ISS, and Jack shared some incredible insights about life in space! Let's see who was paying attention. 😉
Link to video: https://youtu.be/Mxgbwq-Y1Dk
According to Jack, what is the standard daily work schedule for an astronaut on the ISS?
4 weeks ago | [YT] | 0
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WA1JAY - Ham Radio Satellite
HADES-ICM is nearing the end of its orbital lifetime!
Final weeks to make QSOs. The satellite is active 24/7.
📡 Uplink: 145.875 MHz FM (no tone)
📡 Downlink: 436.666 MHz
Don’t miss this last chance to work it before reentry! #hamradio #amateurradio #satellite
3 months ago | [YT] | 0
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WA1JAY - Ham Radio Satellite
Would those of you that watch my live satellite passes like:
5 months ago | [YT] | 0
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WA1JAY - Ham Radio Satellite
Just an FYI for those that may not be following me on twitter (you should, lots of sat operators use it), I will be operating in the Bahamas in early September this year in FL15 and possibly FL14. More info on my twitter and QRZ www.qrz.com/db/WA1JAY/C6A page.
1 year ago | [YT] | 1
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